1995 Map of North Of Fiftymile Bend

About this map

Big Cypress National Preserve defines this portion of the Florida Everglades, where a subtle mosaic of cypress strands, wet prairies, and hardwood hammocks creates a specialized ecosystem in Collier County. The 1995 planimetry highlights the preservation of this wilderness area, notably featuring a singular Hammock in the northern reaches and Threemile Island to the south. Transportation is minimal, focused on the Corn Dance Trail as it cuts through the southeast corner of the quadrangle. This survey reveals the character of the preserve before major modern alterations, showing the vast interconnected wetlands and isolated higher grounds that supported local Indigenous and pioneer history.